Biography

“From crooner to rockstar, Chris is the man you need to hire.”
— Colin Cowie, Celebrity Event Producer

Chris Norton is a true artist and commanding performer who creates the energy in every room — seamlessly taking audiences on a musical journey from the Great Gatsby era through Sinatra, Motown, disco, classic rock, and today’s Top 40. He delivers both a sophisticated dinner show and a wild, euphoric dance party in one evening. Your milestone event deserves both — from sophisticated crooner to exciting party rockstar.

Throughout his career performing at the world’s most celebrated venues and private occasions — Chris has performed for Presidents Clinton and Obama, Vice Presidents Biden, Gore, and Cheney, and Secretary Hillary Clinton, including the historic White House wedding of President Biden’s granddaughter and Vice President Al Gore’s son’s wedding in Washington, D.C. His client list spans A-list milestone celebrations including Vera Wang’s birthday, Sting’s birthday, Jane Fonda’s 80th birthday, the Esquire Golden Globes Party, the Cannes Film Festival, the Whitney Gala, the Omega Globemaster launch alongside Eddie Redmayne, the Montblanc Anniversary Gala at the Rainbow Room alongside Hugh Jackman, and the Campari launch featuring Kate Hudson — events that have graced the pages of People Magazine, Vogue, and Vanity Fair. Chris has also opened for iconic acts including Earth, Wind & Fire, Kool & The Gang, Lionel Richie, John Legend, Elton John, Jennifer Hudson, and John Cougar Mellencamp. Fortune 500 and luxury brands including Apple, Tiffany & Co., Chopard, Hermès, Porsche, Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, L’Oréal, Microsoft, Valentino, and Bvlgari have made him the entertainer of choice for their most prestigious occasions. Chris has earned the trust of the world’s most discerning event planners — Brian Raffinelli, David Stark, Marcy Bloom among them — who recognize that a true artist is essential to elevate every milestone they create.

When you book Chris, you’re building a direct relationship with the artist himself — fully engaged from the first conversation through the final song, personally invested in making your milestone event one of a kind. There is only one Mr. Chris Norton.

Testimonials

  • Chris Norton is one of the most talented entertainers I know and my go to guy on the society scene.  From cocktail hour jazz to a full blown dance party, this is the man you need to hire.  He can go from crooner to rock star.  Think of him as the  new and improved Peter Duchin, but twice as good looking!

    Colin Cowie, Producer
  • Hey Chris, Hope you all made it back home safe and sound. We had an amazing time last night, and really want to thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts for the performance you all gave us. We knew it was going to be incredible, but you went above and beyond.

    Albert Gore Jr.
  • Dear Sabrina, Thank you for helping make our day so special. You have been an absolute pleasure to work with and chris, and his band, were beyond perfection. Please pass on my thanks to him and thought he may like to see these.. so many of our guest were asking for his number..including the wonderful artist, Peter Beard. Best wishes,

    Jenny
  • Chris, what else can I say?  Wow!  The  reviews keep rolling in and hands down, you guys were a unqualified sensation, particularly you!  Thanks for giving the party a real touch of class, and for being so generous with your time.  It was great fun, as always, collaborating with you.  I can’t wait to see pictures! Let’s try to get together for drinks this summer. Best wishes,

    Tony
  •  I hope you and the band had a safe trip back to NYC yesterday.  Thank you for the laughs, your professionalism and sharing your talents with us.  You and the band really brought the party to the wedding and as I mentioned, EVERYONE had nothing but praise and compliments for you. We will definitely be keeping you in mind for future clients and hope our paths cross again.  With warm regards,

    Patricia
  • Dear Chris, On behalf of everyone at Per Se , Vladimir’s family and all the guests, I would like to thank you for a wonderful performance at the anniversary celebration.It was absolutely amazing! You made the party into a most magical affair. Your talent, professionalism and charisma made a big difference. Chris, it was a pleasure to work with you. I look forward to many more magical evenings with you and have you perform again at our next party. All the best,

    Elena
  • Hey! I can’t begin to tell you the response we’ve gotten today on the party – “THE BAND MADE IT” was the recurring theme.  You guys were unbelievable – far exceeded expectations (that were high to begin with). Thank you for the two hour plus extension! Please extend my sincerest appreciation to the rest of the band!  I really hope we get to work together sooner than next year’s holiday party!  And please count on it next year (with a 5 hour contract)!  If you ever need a referral source, please send them my way. Happy holidays! Have an amazing time in Morocco!!

    Jen

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